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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40
Leica V-Lux 30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 30
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
  • Announced May 2011
Panasonic FS25
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview

The following is a extended review of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Panasonic FS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 2 years after the FS25 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the FS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Panasonic FS25

 V-Lux 30 FS25 
ReleasedMay 2011January 2009Newer by 29 months
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Leica V-Lux 30

 FS25 V-Lux 30 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FS25

 V-Lux 30 FS25 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Panasonic FS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the FS25.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and FS25 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and FS25.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 30 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FS25 Portrait photography advice
30
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
26
provides face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Street photography info
Panasonic FS25 Street photography info
64
image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Sports photography features
Panasonic FS25 Sports photography features
47
long zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (260 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FS25 as a Travel photography camera
67
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
has focus via touch
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
terrible battery power (260 CIPA)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
51
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FS25 Landscape photography highlights
41
fairly wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery power (260 per charge)
lack of Timelapse recording
32
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FS25 as a Vlogging camera
34
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
lack of external microphone socket
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
no external mic port
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FS25
 Leica V-Lux 30Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
General Information
Brand Name Leica Panasonic
Model type Leica V-Lux 30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-05-26 2009-01-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-384mm (16.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 5.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 219 grams (0.48 lbs) 148 grams (0.33 lbs)
Physical dimensions 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $900 $230